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Bigard Centenary: Day 1 – A Thrilling Kickoff with Football and Nostalgia

The opening day of the Bigard Memorial Seminary Enugu Centenary celebration featured an electrifying football match between the Priest Alumni of Onitsha Province and their counterparts from Owerri and Calabar Provinces.

His Excellency Archbishop Michael Francis Crotty, the Papal Nuncio to Nigeria, graced the event by officially kicking off the match.

As the game unfolded on the Bigard FIFA field, the atmosphere buzzed with excitement. Spectators filled the stands and gathered under mango trees, reliving old memories and cherishing the joy of reconnecting with long-lost friends and classmates. It was a heartwarming scene of uncommon reunions, with stories and laughter echoing across the grounds.

The match concluded in a thrilling 1-1 draw, leaving everyone energized for the days ahead

Enjoy these beautiful pictures that capture the magic of the moment, and stay tuned for more exciting updates from Alumni Day 2!

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